Anyone who has a problem with alcohol that they want to deal with should consider enrolling themselves onto an effective detox programme. A professionally run programme can significantly improve their chances of giving up alcohol entirely.
Many people who are addicted to alcohol stumble at the first hurdle. They may desperately want to give up and be motivated to do so, but find themselves unable to cope with the initial physical symptoms of withdrawal.
How detox works
A medically supervised detox programme cannot eliminate the physical symptoms of withdrawing from alcohol. However, it can considerably reduce the intensity of these symptoms and provide people with some level of relief. This makes it far easier for people in alcohol rehab programmes to get over the first hurdle and move onto the next step.
Alternative treatments
Increasingly in the UK, clinics are offering alternative treatments to help people to give up alcohol. As well as medications, many clinics offer meditation, reflexology, acupuncture and other treatments. These treatments help people to relax as well as relieving pain and helping people to find balance. In a more relaxed state, it is easier to concentrate and benefit fully from other treatment methods such as counselling.
Importantly, a treatment plan that includes detox can help people to understand the need to take care of their physical health. Over time, taking care of themselves becomes a habit. This is important, as it gives addicts another reason to avoid drugs and alcohol in the future.
